Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of 5-Star Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken, a sweet dinner idea that combines juicy chicken with a mouthwatering glaze made from brown sugar and pineapple. This succulent dish is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or a cozy night in. With its easy preparation and versatile cooking methods—grilling, baking, or pan-searing—it’s a go-to recipe that everyone will love. Serve alongside rice or vegetables for a complete meal that impresses at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or resealable bag, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, and spices. Mix well.
- Add chicken to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- Choose your cooking method: grill over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side; bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes; or pan-sear in a skillet for 5-7 minutes per side.
- Let the cooked chicken rest before slicing and serve with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg